Barry’s brother Paul released a touching statement following the sad news that Barry had passed.

Paul Chuckle, left, made a touching statement about his brother Barry Chuckle, right [Getty]

His comedy partner Paul said: "I've not just lost my brother, I've lost my theatrical partner of many, many years and my very best friend.”

The Chuckle Brothers, real names Barry and Paul Elliott, were best known for their hit BBC show Chucklevision, and their catchphrase "To me, to you".

Barry died at the age of 73, and according to his manager he was surrounded by family.

Barry was surrounded by family when he passed [Getty]

His manager Phil Dale said in a statement to the Press Association: "It is with great sadness that the family announce that Barry passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by his wife Ann and all his family."

He added: "The family would like to express their thanks to the many people who have been fans of the Chuckle Brothers and they know that they will share in part the great, great loss they feel."

The brothers' official Facebook page's last update showed Barry grinning.

Barry was a talented children's entertainer [Getty]

It was shared on 3 August at 11.56am with the caption: "Hooray it's Friday. Tag a friend to see Barry."